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Okay, so you won't be putting one of these anti-gravity treadmills in your spare bedroom, but they do offer a more affordable $25,000 version customized for PT and rehab. It has been used on Parkinson's patients with success and should be great for those of us with walking issues. Details and link below. - Dave
"FDA cleared and built on NASA technology, AlterG is changing the way people recover and athletes train. Our unique technology allows you to run or walk at a fraction of your body weight, so you can dial in exactly where the pain stops and movement feels good again. Leading medical professionals are using AlterG to help their patients recover better and have a smooth return to activity. Top athletes and teams are using AlterG to recover and train smarter, reducing the frequency of training injuries by minimizing stress on their joints, while still building fitness."
NEUROLOGIC RETRAINING
http://alter-g.com/
"FDA cleared and built on NASA technology, AlterG is changing the way people recover and athletes train. Our unique technology allows you to run or walk at a fraction of your body weight, so you can dial in exactly where the pain stops and movement feels good again. Leading medical professionals are using AlterG to help their patients recover better and have a smooth return to activity. Top athletes and teams are using AlterG to recover and train smarter, reducing the frequency of training injuries by minimizing stress on their joints, while still building fitness."
NEUROLOGIC RETRAINING
- Neuromuscular and proprioceptive re-training
- Improves neuromuscular control and activity and promotes brain plasticity
- Enhances balance and confidence while emphasizing improved gait and stride length
- Provides a safe environment for multi-task training and learning
- Enables higher work load and training intensity for cardiovascular health and gait
- High-degree of comfort and minimal fear of falling
- 80% of target maximum heart rate exercise for longer periods of time
http://alter-g.com/